Question

On page 31, Reynolds writes, "Canton stood, the broom dog falling from his lap like he had forgotten it was there." This detail tells you that *

Answer 1

Answer:

The detail above tells that Canton had already overcome his fears about his mother safety and do not need the broom dog again.

Explanation:

The broom dog was given to Canton by Mr. Munch to make him feel better after Canton mother was hit by a bus. Whenever Canton was anxious and needed comfort, he would run his fingers through the dogs hair. He named the broom dog dusty.

The detail above tells that Canton had already overcome his fears about his mother safety and do not longer need the broom dog anymore when he feels anxious.